Tessa Thompson

Biography

Tessa Lynn Thompson is an American actress and producer known for her versatility, seamlessly moving between Marvel blockbusters and intimate, auteur-driven independent cinema. In recent years, she has expanded her influence behind the camera through her production company, Viva Maude. In early 2026, Thompson dominated streaming ratings with the Netflix limited series "His & Hers" (premiered January 8, 2026). Serving as both lead actress and executive producer, she stars as Anna Andrews, a reclusive news anchor who returns to her Georgia hometown to cover a murder, only to become a suspect alongside her estranged detective husband (played by Jon Bernthal). While the series received mixed reviews for its dark tone, Thompson’s performance was widely praised as the show's anchor. This follows her critically acclaimed performance in "Hedda" (released late 2025), a modern reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler. Directed by Nia DaCosta, the film earned Thompson significant awards buzz, including a Golden Globe nomination, for her "commanding and ferocious" portrayal of the titular anti-heroine. Looking ahead, Thompson continues her work as a producer with the film adaptation of the play "Is God Is", slated for a theatrical release in May 2026. The revenge thriller, which follows two scarred twin sisters, underscores her commitment to backing "probing" narratives that challenge genre conventions.

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